Henry Walford Davies
Henry Walford Davies wrote Anglican chants, sacred songs and ceremonial music that still sit in the English choral repertory, from the quiet prayer of God Be In My Head to Solemn Melody and the Royal Air Force March Past.
His psalm chants belong to the Anglican tradition of clear words, steady line and careful phrasing for choir and congregation. God Be In My Head is a short, widely sung prayer; Solemn Melody has long served as mourning music; the RAF March Past remains a ceremonial staple. On record he is heard as a composer of chant and sacred melody rather than as a public broadcaster or court musician.
Compositions by Henry Walford Davies appear on
Psalms
Psalms and chants from the Anglican and Taizé traditions, with two hymns, directed by Peter Chapman. Cantus Choro’s recording shows his love of Anglican psalmody, lively musicianship, and care for phrasing and words.
Carols Psalms and Anthems
Under the direction of Professor Emeritus Peter Godfrey, CBE, the Trinity College Chapel Choir offers a striking programme of rarely heard carols, psalms and anthems spanning several centuries of sacred choral writing.